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Can You Take Caffeine and Skullcap Together?
Dose or timing may matter
The short answer
Caffeine's CNS stimulation may counteract skullcap's GABAergic sedative effects.
How to arrange timing
Separate intake by several hours.
Reference
Reference noted for this combination: Awad et al., 2003, Phytomedicine
Important context
Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.